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Cat® Large Wheel Loaders set the standard for optimized productivity, minimizing downtime, enhancing operator comfort, and protecting people on your jobsite through key safety features.

990

Cat® Large Wheel Loaders set the standard for optimized productivity, minimizing downtime, enhancing operator comfort, and protecting people on your jobsite through key safety features.
Specifications
Air Conditioning System
  • Air Conditioning
    The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 2.7 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 3.861 metric tonnes (4.256 tons).
Axles
  • Front
    Fixed
  • Rear
    Trunnion
  • Oscillation Angle
    8.5°
Brakes
  • Brakes
    ISO 3450: 2011
Buckets
  • Bucket Capacities
    8.6 m³ – 10.0 m³ (11.25 yd³ – 13.0 yd³)
Engine
  • Engine Model
    C27 Cat®
  • Rated Speed
    1,800/min
  • Engine Power - ISO 14396
    752 hp 561 kW
  • Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014
    766 hp 571 kW
  • Net Power - SAE J1349 - Standard Ambient
    699 hp 521 kW
  • Net Power - SAE J1349 - High Ambient
    648 hp 483 kW
  • Bore
    5.4 in 137.2 mm
  • Stroke
    6 in 152.4 mm
  • Displacement
    1649.5 in³ 27.03 l
  • Peak Torque - 1,200 rpm
    2624 lb/ft 3557 N·m
  • Torque Rise
    18 % 18 %
  • Emissions
    U.S. EPA TIer 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards or U.S. EPA Tier 2 and EU Stage II equivalent
Hydraulic Cycle Times
  • Rack Back
    4.3 s 4.3 s
  • Raise
    8.2 s 8.2 s
  • Dump
    2.9 s 2.9 s
  • Lower
    3.7 s 3.7 s
  • Lower Float Down
    3.6 s 3.6 s
  • Total Hydraulic Cycle Time - Empty Bucket
    13.8 s 13.8 s
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
  • Lift/Tilt System - Circuit
    Positive flow control
  • Lift/Tilt System
    Variable displacement piston
  • Maximum Flow at 1,800 rpm (1)
    240 gal/min 910 l/min
  • Cylinders, Double Acting - Lift, Bore and Stroke
    235 mm × 1287 mm (9.3 in × 50.7 in)
  • Cylinders, Double Acting - Tilt, Bore and Stroke
    292.1 mm × 820 mm (11.5 in × 32.3 in)
  • Pilot System
    Open loop and pressure reducing
  • Relief Valve Setting - Main
    507 psi 3500 kPa
  • Relief Valve Setting - Lift/Tilt
    4786 psi 33000 kPa
Hydraulic System - Steering
  • Steering System - Circuit
    Pilot, load sensing
  • Steering System - Pump
    Piston, variable displacement
  • Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm
    96.2 gal/min 364 l/min
  • Relief Valve Setting - Steering
    5004 psi 34500 kPa
  • Total Steering Angle
    70°
Operating Specifications
  • Operating Weight
    178517 lb 80974 kg
  • Rated Payload - Standard
    17.5 ton (US) 15.9 t
  • Rated Payload - High Lift
    17.5 ton (US) 15.9 t
  • Bucket Capacity Range
    8.6 m³ – 10.0 m³ (11.25 yd³ – 13.0 yd³)
  • Cat Truck Match - Standard
    773-775
  • Cat Truck Match - High Lift
    775-777
Service Refill Capacities
  • Fuel Tank
    294.3 gal (US) 1114 l
  • Cooling System
    54.9 gal (US) 208 l
  • Engine Crankcase
    20 gal (US) 75.7 l
  • Transmission
    29.1 gal (US) 110 l
  • Differential - Final Drives - Front
    71.6 gal (US) 271 l
  • Differential - Final Drives - Rear
    68.9 gal (US) 261 l
  • Hydraulic System Factory Fill
    210 gal (US) 795 l
  • Hydraulic Tank - Implement and Hydraulic Fan
    68.9 gal (US) 261 l
  • Hydraulic Tank - Steering and Braking
    34.9 gal (US) 132 l
  • Note
    All nonroad U.S. EPA Tier 4 diesel engines are required to use only Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuels containing 15 ppm (mg/kg) sulfur or less. Biodiesel blends up to B20 (20% blend by volume) are acceptable when blended with 15 ppm (mg/kg) sulfur or less ULSD. B20 should meet ASTM D7467 specification (biodiesel blend stock should meet Cat biodiesel spec, ASTM D6751 or EN 14214. Cat DEO-ULS™ or oils that meet the Cat ECF-3, API CJ-4, and ACEA E9 specification are required. For further fluid specifications and guidelines, visit: http://parts.cat.com/cda/files/3244668/7/SEBU6250-19.pdf.
Sound Performance - Standard
  • Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008)
    65.5 dB(A) 65.5 dB(A)
  • Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395:2008)
    115 dB(A) 115 dB(A)
Sound Performance - Suppression
  • Operator Sound Level (ISO 6396:2008)
    65.5 dB(A) 65.5 dB(A)
  • Machine Sound Level (ISO 6395:2008)
    113 dB(A) 113 dB(A)
Transmission
  • Transmission Type
    Cat planetary power shift
  • Forward - 1
    4.5 mile/h 7.3 km/h
  • Forward - 2
    8.3 mile/h 13.3 km/h
  • Forward - 3
    14.2 mile/h 22.9 km/h
  • Reverse - 1
    4.9 mile/h 7.9 km/h
  • Reverse - 2
    9.1 mile/h 14.7 km/h
  • Reverse - 3
    15.5 mile/h 24.9 km/h
  • Direct Drive - Forward 1
    Lock-up disabled
  • Direct Drive - Forward 2
    8.5 mile/h 13.7 km/h
  • Direct Drive - Forward 3
    15.2 mile/h 24.5 km/h
  • Direct Drive - Reverse 1
    5.4 mile/h 8.7 km/h
  • Direct Drive - Reverse 2
    9.6 mile/h 15.4 km/h
  • Direct Drive - Reverse 3
    16.4 mile/h 26.4 km/h
  • Note
    Travel speeds based on Michelin 45/65R39 LD D2**L5 tires.
Benefits

        
  • Cat C27 engine is built and tested to meet your most demanding applications.
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  • Longer engine life and improved fuel efficiency with reduced rated speed.
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  • Designed for longer life, rebuildability, and higher resale value.
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  • Maximum responsiveness with Steering and Integrated Control (STIC™).
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  • Moves more material more efficiently with improved power and control.
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  • Durable construction withstands the toughest loading conditions and multiple life cycles.
        
  • Two engine emission options are available that meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards or U.S. EPA Tier 2 and EU Stage II equivalent.
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  • Up to 10% more payload per pass on truck-loading applications with Performance Series Buckets.
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  • Payload increase to optimize pass on 775 trucks.
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  • Positive Flow Control (PFC) hydraulic system increases efficiency, bucket feel, and responsiveness with consistent performance.
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  • Excellent visibility to the bucket edges and work area through a Z-bar linkage.
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  • Planetary power shift transmission for maximum uptime.
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  • Convenient, responsive, electro-hydraulic controls increase operator productivity.
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  • Superior digging, higher bucket fill factors, reduced dig times.
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  • Integrated steering and transmission controls.
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  • Operators can check tire pressure during operation with any change sending a fault code to VisionLink®, preventing premature tire failure. 
        
  • Up to 54% fuel efficiency material per gallon of fuel (27% less fuel consumption).
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  • Economy mode for reduced rated engine speed and reduced fuel consumption.
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  • Positive flow-control hydraulics for full flow on demand at lower engine speeds.
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  • Engine Idle Shutdown for less fuel used while idling.
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  • Fully integrated electronic engine controls make your fuel go farther.
        
  • Developed to monitor, manage, and enhance your jobsite operations.
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  • Payload provides accurate weighing* of the materials you are loading and hauling. Payload data is displayed in real-time to improve productivity and reduce overloading.
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  • Detect enhances awareness of the environment around working equipment and provides alerts to help keep people and assets safe on the jobsite.
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  • VisionLink wirelessly connects you to your equipment, giving you access to essential information you need to know to run your business.
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  • Gain valuable insight into how your machine or fleet is performing.
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  • Optional Advanced Productivity subscription provides comprehensive actionable information to help you manage and improve the productivity and profitability of your operations.
*Not legal for trade
        
  • 10% lower maintenance costs.
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  • Grouped service points.
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  • Electro-hydraulic controls.
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  • Swing-out engine compartment service doors.
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  • Ecology drains to prevent spilled contaminants.
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  • Ground level access to transmission control valves.
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  • Vehicle Information Management System (VIMS™) notifications to resolve problems before failure.
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  • Longer life, rebuildability, and high resale value.
        
  • Standard stairway lighting.
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  • Left- and right-hand stairs with 45-degree angle.
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  • Standard Cat Vision, rear vision camera system.
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  • Pressurized cabin with filtered and reduced sound levels.
        
  • Best-in-class operator comfort and ergonomics.
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  • Premium seat with heated and actively cooled leather, adjustable lumbar support, air adjustable bolsters on the seat and backrest, seat cushion tilt adjustment, and adjustable-length seat cushion.
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  • Easy-to-reach levers and controls with seat-mounted implement pod to reduce fatigue.
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  • Ergonomic switch placement and displays with large backlit switches, LED indicators, and ISO symbols.
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  • Optional heated mirrors.
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  • Two-position rocker switch activates the electro-hydraulic parking brake.
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  • Reduced vibrations from isolated cab mounts and seat air suspension.
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  • Automatic cab temperature controls.
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  • Achieve precise positioning for easy loading in tight areas with 35 degrees of steering articulation.
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  • Precise machine control by load-sensing hydraulic steering system.
        
  • Designed to meet the demands of millyard applications.
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  • Designed for durability, ensuring availability in multiple life cycles.
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  • Equipped with Economy Mode to save on fuel consumption by the use of On Demand Throttle.
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  • Equipped with Impleller Clutch Torque Convereter (ICTC) and Rimpull Control System (RCS) to reduce tire slippage and fuel efficiency.
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  • Full hydraulic flow down to 1,400 engine rpm by using hydraulic flow sharing technology.
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  • Equipped with 45 degree angle access ladders and standard Cat Vision for enhanced safety.
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  • Cat forks are designed for maximum productivity and durability.
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  • Integrates front camera mounting location for maximum visibility to the entire fork tips during truck unloading.
        
  • World class safety, operator comfort and efficiency in pit digging and skull handling applications.
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  • Efficiency of manual throttle and ergonomics of throttle lock.
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  • Excellent visibility to the bucket edges and work area through a Z-bar design.
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  • Equipped with extra heat protection to key hoses and harnesses for improved reliability.
        
  • Best-in-class transmission for long life and consistent, smooth shifting; specifically designed for mining applications.
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  • Advanced filtration system for extended performance and reliability of the hydraulic system.
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  • Advanced Impeller Clutch Torque Converter (ICTC) and Rimpull Control System (RCS) reduce tire slippage and wear, improve fuel efficiency, and reduce cost-per-ton.
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  • Linkage pin joints have optional auto-lube system to ensure long life.
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  • Frame resists torsional shock and twisting forces.
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  • Heavy-duty steering cylinder mounts and axle mounting ensure increased structural integrity.
Equipment Info

NOTE

Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

Air conditioner and heater with automatic temperature control

POWER TRAIN

Brakes, full hydraulic, enclosed, oil-disc

ELECTRICAL

Alarm, back-up

OTHER

Automatic bucket tilt/lift kickouts electronically adjustable from cab
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